Vinyl Siding

Introduced to the
market in the early 1960s, vinyl siding has grown in popularity
because of its durability, versatility and ease of maintenance.
Manufactured with polyvinyl chloride, vinyl siding is impact
resistant, rigid and strong. In fact, vinyl siding is the number one
choice of exterior cladding across the U.S.A.

There are many
advantages to using vinyl siding, such as its availability in a broad
palate of colors, including the traditional pastel and earthy color
options as well as darker colors and bold, rich tones such as barn
reds, hunter and sage greens, deep blues and more. Nearly 300
different colors are available that meet ASTM standards for vinyl
siding color retention.

Vinyl siding also is
available in many profiles, including horizontal and vertical panels,
shakes, scallops, shingles, fishscales, traditional lap, inyl Dutch
lap and beaded designs in various widths.

In addition, vinyl
costs the least of all siding materials to install. And product
performance and installer knowledge are both independently certified.
Performance testing by the Vinyl Siding Institute is administered by
Architectural Testing, Inc. of York, PA, a program that allows
manufacturers to certify with independent, third party verification
that their products meet or exceed the industry standard – ASTM
D3679.

Another key test of
quality is how long manufacturers are willing to warrant their
products. Warranties offered by vinyl manufacturers typically last a
lifetime and can be transferred to the next owner.

With the ability to
withstand high winds (certified up to 110 mph or higher) and a
composition that resists heat, cold and moisture, vinyl siding
retains its looks over time. And vinyl siding never ever needs paint.
The only maintenance it requires is a simple wash with a soft cloth
and garden hose. Any look — historic to contemporary —
can be achieved with today’s vinyl siding.

Contents

Known for its durability and wide range of color options, vinyl is a very popular siding choice for today’s homeowners. In addition, it’s far more cost-effective than other siding materials. Is it right for your home? Here are the facts.

Costs

The cost of installing vinyl siding depends on whether you intend to tackle the project yourself or hire a contractor, the size of your home, and the thickness of the vinyl itself. For the DIY variety, you can find panels that are less than $1 per square foot. That would increase to $2 to $7 per square foot if installed by a contractor. The average 1,800-square-foot exterior would cost between $3,600 and $12,600 to install. If you need more specific price estimates, ask a professional contractor in your area.